AI Summary
The United Way of Greater Fall River Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits in the Greater Fall River area, having awarded a total of $958.1K in grants to 55 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in pursuing funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER (UWGFR) IS A LEADER IN THE FIGHT FOR EQUITY AND STRIVES TO CREATE COMMUNITIES WHERE EVERYONE HAS THE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO THRIVE. WE BELIEVE EVERYONE DESERVES OPPORTUNITIES FOR A GOOD LIFE: A QUALITY EDUCATION THAT LEADS TO SUSTAINING JOB OPPORTUNITIES, ENOUGH INCOME TO SUPPORT A FAMILY, AND A GOOD, HEALTHY LIFESTYLE THAT INCREASES LIFE EXPECTANCY. WE FIGHT TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND ECONOMIC MOBILITY OF OUR CONSTITUENTS BY MOBILIZING THE POWER OF PEOPLE AND PARTNERSHIPS IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE TO ADVANCE THE COMMON GOOD.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PEOPLE INCORPORATED
$1.3M
13%
FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC
$986.6K
10%
THOMAS CHEW MEMORIAL BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
$948.2K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
33
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC give?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, District Of Columbia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $958 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include PEOPLE INCORPORATED, FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC, and THOMAS CHEW MEMORIAL BOYS & GIRLS CLUB. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER FALL RIVER INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.